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Funimation App Launches on Nintendo Switch
The good folks from anime company Funimation (who own Manga UK and Cruchyroll) have just sent us details about their Nintendo Switch App. Th...
How to Learn Japanese with AI (ChatGPT)
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Letters from Japan: “Dating App Issues”
Savvy Tokyo's resident "Love in Japan" columnist, Hilary Keyes, answers anonymous questions from readers on everything from dating in Japan to women’s health issues. Got a question you’d…
ChatGPT and Blogging’s Future
This article begins a week of articles that examine blogging tips and other writing information. ChatGPT and other language processing models will shift how we interact with the…
Kodansha Launches Official App K Manga in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore
The good folks from publishing giants Kodansha have just sent us details about the expansion of their digital manga app K Manga. The service...
Japan Earthquake Alert App Says Sayonara to X
Many people in Japan depend on the NERV service for earthquake alerts. Unfortunately, they'll no longer be able to receive them on X.
Japan Travel App Adds New Safety Features for Tourists
NAVITIME's latest revision to its app now includes a Safety feature with emergency information in 13 different languages.
Japan Robot Hotel Chain Launches New Shinkansen Room
Do you like robots? Are you a Shinkansen fan? If so, then Japan's Henn na Hotel in Kyoto may just have the perfect room for you.
What Is The Best Payment App For Foreigners in Japan?
Are you looking for the beat payment app for foreigners in Japan? Here are some of the most popular apps and their features.
This App for Japan Travelers Just Made Trip Planning Easier
One of Japan's oldest apps for helping inbound travelers get around says it's made it easier for visitors to plan trips across the country.
Can ChatGPT Teach You Natural Japanese?
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Wearable Beanbags? A New Fashion Trends on Japan Twitter
Want to sleep absolutely anywhere, anytime? A new product from a Japanese company promising just that has gone viral on social media.
Japan-Only Social App Mixi Releases Mixi 2, an X Alternative
Is Japan ready to do social media like it's 2004? MIXI Inc. hopes so: the company has released a new version of its social media app.
Welcome Suica App Aims to Make Tourist Travel in Japan Easier
A new app from Japan Railways East set to debut next year will make it easier for tourists to get around before they even leave their homes.
Artiswitch Fashion Becomes Real with Harajuku Brand Collaborations
Artiswitch anime collaborates with Harajuku fashion brands to bring the show's clothing designs into real life.
Kodansha Launches New Series ‘KATANA Beast’ Simultaneously in Japan & U.S.
Akimine Kamijyo, known for Samurai Deeper Kyo and Code: Breaker, has their newest manga release on KODANSHA's K MANGA service. Learn more!
LORE OLYMPUS launches its first official cookbook this July
The Official "Lore Olympus" Cookbook, inspired by Rachel Smythe’s hit graphic novel, arrives July 1 with 60 recipes.
Sharp Blades, Soft Frills: Femme rebellion in lolita fashion, Japan.
Lolita fashion has been part of Japan’s rich alternative scene for over 40 years. It is a celebration of self and is intended to provide a ‘hyper-femme space’…
WEBTOON launches OVERTIME ELITE sports collab webcomic with Overtime
Overtime Elite, a basketball webcomic by Brandon Chen and Laurel Pursuit marks WEBTOON's first brand collaboration with sports brand Overtime.
BAND-MAID Launches “Bestie” with Mike Einziger of INCUBUS
BAND-MAID teams up with Mike Einziger of Incubus for their new single "Bestie," showcasing a unique musical collaboration.
Mangamo Releases Android App
The good folks from manga subscription service Mangamo. They've just released their app on Android, so you can grab it from the Google Play ...
So I Called an AI (ChatGPT) in Japanese...
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Kodansha USA Launches Kodansha Print Club with 3 New Titles
Today, Kodansha USA unveiled their new publishing program called Kodansha Print Club! This program aims at bringing digital-first manga favorites to print and will be starting with digital-first…
Tokyo Subway Launches New Experiment with Credit Card Touch Payments
A subway line in Tokyo now lets you enter with a credit card tap. What does this mean for the future of Japan's IC transit cards?
Fashion in Anime
As someone who is obsessed with fashion/style and Anime this video means a lot to me today I analyze and dissect different anime drip while changing into different…
Fashion: Haruna Lemon
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Viz Manga App Shadow Dropped!!!
Viz Media delivered a little surprise in the middle of the night in the form of a new Manga Subscription. Link to news https://www.viz.com/blog/posts/manga-s-premier-subscription-service-launches-today — Support this podcast:…
izneo Manga Reader App Review
Over the last few years a number of licensed online manga readers have popped up. Some are created by the publishers themselves while others are individual companies that…
WEBTOON and Discord Kick Off Exclusive In-App Event with Nitro Trial Rewards
WEBTOON and Discord join forces once more to bring webcomic fans a fun in-app reading event with Nitro Trial as a reward for finding Wumpus.
Shonen Jump app – My personal experience
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Tokyo Fashion Subculture: Decora
Decora fashion symbolizes everything Harajuku is known for. Read on to explore this Tokyo Fashion Subculture!
Tokyo Fashion Subculture: Lolita
In this series, we will be exploring all the fashion subcultures that have made Japan the fashion powerhouse it is today. The Lolita subculture is one that is…
Fanart Friday: Froppy Fashion
Just dropping this super cute illustration of Tsuyu here, complete with the most kawaii graffiti you’ve ever seen. ★ 【Ekita玄】「 梅雨ちゃん 」 ☆ reprinted w/permission
Cyber: Tokyo Fashion Subculture
Japan’s take on cyber fashion is gaining newfound popularity as we move into a world dominated by new algorithms, AI and the metaverse.
2024 J-Fashion Recap
Reflecting on a 2024 recap of my J-fashion activities.
Ametora: Tokyo Fashion Subculture
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2025 J-fashion Goals
J-fashion related goals I want to complete in 2025.
Fashion In Jujutsu Kaisen
Join Freecash today by clicking on the link https://bit.ly/4rsQINm and enjoy an extra $5 on your first offer! Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is out and it isn’t just about…
First Impression ~ Japan Sinks: 2020
A cataclysmic earthquake strikes Japan, something unlike what the residents have ever experienced before, leaving in its wake tumbled buildings, airline crashes, and untold deaths. In the midst…
An Open Taisho Secret: Demon Slayer and Fashion History in Taisho Era Japan
Management: This essay is meant to be less of a review and more of analysis of the show being examined. It contains plot spoilers for the Demon Slayer…
Shonen Jump enlists ChatGPT technology to help artists create manga
Plus: Artists' concerns force platforms to restrict AI-generated content; 'Black ships' competing for anime content; Anime licensing growth at TV Tokyo; and more
Weekend Afternoons with NHK Japan
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Special - Interview with Japan Society
Hello everyone, In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, in anticipation of the upcoming Japan Cuts 2024 film festival, we interview two members of Japan Society: director of film Peter…
Christmas in Japan with Kids
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This episode of Japan Station is a re-broadcast of episode 52 of Ichimon Japan. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What are gyaru? Topics Discussed…
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TEZUCOMI Kickstarter Launches August 1st
A new Kickstarter project celebrating the works of Osamu Tezuka launches on August 1st. This massive, two-volume set will include 600 pages of art, comics, and more from…
The Anime Ministry Network Launches!
Do you use anime to reach people for Christ? Do you have a community of other believers who do the same? Would you like to join one? A…
Crunchyroll has content advisories on their app
In an earlier blog post, I talked about the age ratings that various Crunchyroll anime have. But, what this blog post didn’t talk about is why each anime…
